How We Learn

Explore the intricacies of the human brain with 'How We Learn' by Stanislas Dehaene, a groundbreaking exploration of the biology of learning. In this insightful book, Dehaene interprets the neural mechanisms driving our ability to acquire knowledge, focusing on critical topics such as memory enhancement, cognitive development, and effective study techniques. With practical insights, he'll show you how to harness the brain's learning algorithms—attention, active engagement, error feedback, and consolidation—to improve your learning processes at any age. This B-format paperback from Penguin UK, published in 2021, is a must-read for educators, students, and anyone passionate about lifelong learning. Discover how to cultivate a mindset that values continuous learning, understand why early development is pivotal, and unlock your brain's full potential. Whether you're in academia or seeking personal growth, this book offers essential strategies for optimizing your learning journey. Embrace the secrets of neurobiology and cognitive psychology and transform your approach to education and self-improvement with How We Learn.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141989303
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 352


Description:
In today's technological society, with an unprecedented amount of information at our fingertips, learning plays a more central role than ever. In How We Learn, Stanislas Dehaene decodes its biological mechanisms, delving into the neuronal, synaptic, and molecular processes taking place in the brain. He explains why youth is such a sensitive period, but also assures us that we can enhance our learning and memory at any age. We can all "learn to learn" by taking advantage of the four pillars of the brain's learning algorithm- attention, active engagement, error feedback, and consolidation.

The human brain is an extraordinary machine. Its ability to process information and adapt to circumstances is unparalleled, and it remains the best source of inspiration for recent developments in artificial intelligence. How We Learn finds the boundary of computer science, neurobiology, and cognitive psychology to explain how to make the best use of the brain's learning algorithms, in our schools and universities as well as in everyday life.